Last Sold Price
2 beds970 sqft$191/sqft
5538 Turkey Rd, Fort Loudon, PA 17224

Description

Just what you have been waiting for! A cottage in the woods within walking distance of Cowen's Gap State Park with its beautiful lake & beach area. Open floor plan in the kit. /liv. rm. /din. Nice size sun room with heat can be used year around. Fireplace with wood/coal insert heats most of the house in the winter. Heated Guest cottage with a bedroom & sitting area & utility rm with approx. 388 sq. ft, for friends' overnight visitors! Beautiful landscaped double corner lot with walking paths! Patio...Just what you have been waiting for! A cottage in the woods within walking distance of Cowen's Gap State Park with its beautiful lake & beach area. Open floor plan in the kit. /liv. rm. /din. Nice size sun room with heat can be used year around. Fireplace with wood/coal insert heats most of the house in the winter. Heated Guest cottage with a bedroom & sitting area & utility rm with approx. 388 sq. ft, for friends' overnight visitors! Beautiful landscaped double corner lot with walking paths! Patio with a retractable awning to keep you cool while enjoying the outdoors. Metal roofs on the cottage & guest house.
LISTING CLOSED: 01/09/2026 12:00 AM

Listing Agent

  1. JANET SHEAFFER

    JANET SHEAFFER

    Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    P: (717) 576-4403

Property Details for 5538 Turkey Road

Status
MLS #
PAFL2027166
Days on Market
183
Taxes
$1,349 / year
HOA Fees
$100 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1961
Lot Size
0.23 AC / 10,019 SF
Tax ID Number
15-0H20J-025.-000000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
Yes
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Bungalow
Levels/Stories
1
Furnished
Partially
Waterfront
No
Views
Trees/Woods
Garage
No
Subdivision
COWANS VILLAGE
Subdivision
COWANS VILLAGE (FRANKLIN PA)
Municipality
METAL TWP
Total Parking Spaces
2
Central Air
No
Basement
Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT
970.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
New Construction
No
Building Winterized Y/N
No
Property Condition
Good

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$145,000

Avg days on market

95

Sale-to-list ratio

87.5%

Fort Loudon, PA

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Location

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Building Information for 5538 Turkey Road

Stories1Year Built1961Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,019 SF

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Property Information for 5538 Turkey Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: FANNETT-METAL
  • School District County ID: 300200396466
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: FANNETT-METAL (FRANKLIN PA)
  • HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: FRANKLIN
  • MLS Area: Metal Twp (14515)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
  • Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $11,720
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $341
  • City Town Tax: $35
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • School Tax: $973
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Stories: Main
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Double Sink, Fireplace - Other, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Carpet
Room 3
  • Room Type: Sun/Florida Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Window Treatments
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Tile
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Attached Bathroom, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet, Window Treatments
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet, Window Treatments
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 970.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Corner, Landscaping, No Thru Street, Partly Wooded, SideYard(s)
  • Parcel ID: 10727256
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Carport, Driveway
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 1
  • Detached Carport - # of Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Kitchen - Eat-In, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Insert, Wood, Other
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Replacement
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s)
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Phone Available, Propane
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric, Central, Wood Burn Stove, Other
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Oil, Wood
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Private
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Internet Services: DSL
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS

Property History for 5538 Turkey Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 9, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1925604823

$185,000

+7.5% / yr

Jan 9, 2026

Closed

BRIGHT #PAFL2027166

$185,000
Dec 9, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PAFL2027166

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/09/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1925604823

$185,000

+7.5% / yr

01/09/2026

Closed

BRIGHT #PAFL2027166

$185,000
12/09/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PAFL2027166

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Public Records for 5538 Turkey Road

Taxable ValueLand$250Additions$11,470Total$11,720
Tax Record2024$1,364 ($114 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt870 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt870 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,020 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1961CountyFRANKLINAPN15-H20J-25Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5538 Turkey Road

This home is within Fannett-Metal School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Fannett-Metal El School
PublicK to 5

Fannett-Metal Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fannett-Metal Senior High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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This home: 5538 Turkey Road, Fort Loudon, PA 17224
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2
970
10,019
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2
1,027
$133,000
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